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class="vheadingv"><b>Verse</b><a href="/bsb/proverbs/29.htm" class="clickchap" style="color:#001320" title="Click any translation name for full chapter">  (Click for Chapter)</a></div><div id="par"><span class="versiontext"><a href="/niv/proverbs/29.htm">New International Version</a></span><br />Mockers stir up a city, but the wise turn away anger.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nlt/proverbs/29.htm">New Living Translation</a></span><br />Mockers can get a whole town agitated, but the wise will calm anger.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/esv/proverbs/29.htm">English Standard Version</a></span><br />Scoffers set a city aflame, but the wise turn away wrath.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/bsb/proverbs/29.htm">Berean Standard Bible</a></span><br />Mockers inflame a city, but the wise turn away anger.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/kjv/proverbs/29.htm">King James Bible</a></span><br />Scornful men bring a city into a snare: but wise <i>men</i> turn away wrath.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nkjv/proverbs/29.htm">New King James Version</a></span><br />Scoffers set a city aflame, But wise <i>men</i> turn away wrath.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb_/proverbs/29.htm">New American Standard Bible</a></span><br />Arrogant people inflame a city, But wise people turn away anger.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb/proverbs/29.htm">NASB 1995</a></span><br />Scorners set a city aflame, But wise men turn away anger.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb77/proverbs/29.htm">NASB 1977 </a></span><br />Scorners set a city aflame, But wise men turn away anger.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsb/proverbs/29.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a></span><br />Scoffers set a city aflame, But wise men turn away anger.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/amp/proverbs/29.htm">Amplified Bible</a></span><br />Scoffers set a city afire [by stirring up trouble], But wise men turn away anger [and restore order with their good judgment].<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/csb/proverbs/29.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />Mockers inflame a city, but the wise turn away anger.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hcsb/proverbs/29.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />Mockers inflame a city, but the wise turn away anger. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/asv/proverbs/29.htm">American Standard Version</a></span><br />Scoffers set a city in a flame; But wise men turn away wrath.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cev/proverbs/29.htm">Contemporary English Version</a></span><br />Sneering at others is a spark that sets a city on fire; using good sense can put out the flames of anger. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/erv/proverbs/29.htm">English Revised Version</a></span><br />Scornful men set a city in a flame: but wise men turn away wrath.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gwt/proverbs/29.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a></span><br />Mockers create an uproar in a city, but wise people turn away anger.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gnt/proverbs/29.htm">Good News Translation</a></span><br />People with no regard for others can throw whole cities into turmoil. Those who are wise keep things calm. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/isv/proverbs/29.htm">International Standard Version</a></span><br />Scornful men enflame a city, but the wise defuse anger.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/msb/proverbs/29.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a></span><br />Mockers inflame a city, but the wise turn away anger.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/net/proverbs/29.htm">NET Bible</a></span><br />Scornful people inflame a city, but those who are wise turn away wrath. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nheb/proverbs/29.htm">New Heart English Bible</a></span><br />Mockers stir up a city, but wise men turn away anger.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/wbt/proverbs/29.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a></span><br />Scornful men bring a city into a snare: but wise men turn away wrath.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/web/proverbs/29.htm">World English Bible</a></span><br />Mockers stir up a city, but wise men turn away anger. <div class="vheading2"><b>Literal Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsv/proverbs/29.htm">Literal Standard Version</a></span><br />Men of scorning ensnare a city, "" And the wise turn back anger.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/ylt/proverbs/29.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a></span><br /> Men of scorning ensnare a city, And the wise turn back anger.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/slt/proverbs/29.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a></span><br />Men of derision will kindle up a city: and the wise will turn away anger.<div class="vheading2"><b>Catholic Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/drb/proverbs/29.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a></span><br />Corrupt men bring a city to ruin: but wise men turn away wrath. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cpdv/proverbs/29.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a></span><br />Pestilent men squander a city. Yet truly, the wise avert fury.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nabre/proverbs/29.htm">New American Bible</a></span><br />Scoffers enflame the city, but the wise calm the fury. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nrsvce/proverbs/29.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a></span><br />Scoffers set a city aflame, but the wise turn away wrath.<div class="vheading2"><b>Translations from Aramaic</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lamsa/proverbs/29.htm">Lamsa Bible</a></span><br />Scornful men set cities on fire; but wise men turn away wrath.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hpbt/proverbs/29.htm">Peshitta Holy Bible Translated</a></span><br />Men that are mockers burn up fortress cities and the wise turn back wrath.<div class="vheading2"><b>OT Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/jps/proverbs/29.htm">JPS Tanakh 1917</a></span><br />Scornful men set a city in a blaze; But wise men turn away wrath.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/sep/proverbs/29.htm">Brenton Septuagint Translation</a></span><br />Lawless men burn down a city: but wise men turn away wrath.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/parallel/proverbs/29-8.htm">Additional Translations ...</a></span></div></div></div><div id="centbox"><div class="padcent"><a name="audio" id="audio"></a><div class="vheadingv"><b>Audio Bible</b></div><iframe width="100%" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/kpUA5ZltBeQ?start=5980" title="YouTube video player" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" allowfullscreen></iframe><span class="p"><br /><br /><br /></span><div class="vheadingv"><b>Context</b></div><span class="hdg"><a href="/bsb/proverbs/29.htm">The Stiff-Necked will Be Destroyed</a></span><br>…<span class="reftext">7</span>The righteous consider the cause of the poor, but the wicked have no regard for such concerns. <span class="reftext">8</span><span class="highl"><a href="/hebrew/582.htm" title="582: ’an·šê (N-mpc) -- Man, mankind. From 'anash; properly, a mortal; hence, a man in general.">Mockers</a> <a href="/hebrew/3944.htm" title="3944: lā·ṣō·wn (N-ms) -- A scorning. From luwts; derision."></a> <a href="/hebrew/6315.htm" title="6315: yā·p̄î·ḥū (V-Hifil-Imperf-3mp) -- To breathe, blow. A primitive root; to puff, i.e. Blow with the breath or air; hence, to fan, to utter, to kindle, to scoff.">inflame</a> <a href="/hebrew/7151.htm" title="7151: qir·yāh (N-fs) -- A town, city. From qarah in the sense of flooring, i.e. Building; a city.">a city,</a> <a href="/hebrew/2450.htm" title="2450: wa·ḥă·ḵā·mîm (Conj-w:: Adj-mp) -- Wise. From chakam; wise.">but the wise</a> <a href="/hebrew/7725.htm" title="7725: yā·šî·ḇū (V-Hifil-Imperf-3mp) -- A primitive root; to turn back transitively or intransitively, literally or figuratively; generally to retreat; often adverbial, again.">turn away</a> <a href="/hebrew/639.htm" title="639: ’āp̄ (N-ms) -- A nostril, nose, face, anger. From 'anaph; properly, the nose or nostril; hence, the face, and occasionally a person; also ire.">anger.</a> </span><span class="reftext">9</span>If a wise man goes to court with a fool, there will be raving and laughing with no resolution.…<div class="cred"><a href="//berean.bible">Berean Standard Bible</a> · <a href="//berean.bible/downloads.htm">Download</a></div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="crossref" id="crossref"></a><div class="vheading">Cross References</div><div id="crf"><span class="crossverse"><a href="/james/3-6.htm">James 3:6</a></span><br />The tongue also is a fire, a world of wickedness among the parts of the body. It pollutes the whole person, sets the course of his life on fire, and is itself set on fire by hell.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/james/3-5.htm">James 3:5</a></span><br />In the same way, the tongue is a small part of the body, but it boasts of great things. Consider how small a spark sets a great forest ablaze.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/james/3-8.htm">James 3:8</a></span><br />but no man can tame the tongue. It is a restless evil, full of deadly poison.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/matthew/5-9.htm">Matthew 5:9</a></span><br />Blessed are the peacemakers, for they will be called sons of God.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/romans/12-18.htm">Romans 12:18</a></span><br />If it is possible on your part, live at peace with everyone.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_peter/3-11.htm">1 Peter 3:11</a></span><br />He must turn from evil and do good; he must seek peace and pursue it.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/galatians/5-15.htm">Galatians 5:15</a></span><br />But if you keep on biting and devouring one another, watch out, or you will be consumed by one another.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/ephesians/4-31.htm">Ephesians 4:31</a></span><br />Get rid of all bitterness, rage and anger, outcry and slander, along with every form of malice.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/titus/3-2.htm">Titus 3:2</a></span><br />to malign no one, and to be peaceable and gentle, showing full consideration to everyone.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/2_timothy/2-23.htm">2 Timothy 2:23-24</a></span><br />But reject foolish and ignorant speculation, for you know that it breeds quarreling. / And a servant of the Lord must not be quarrelsome, but must be kind to everyone, able to teach, and forbearing.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/proverbs/15-1.htm">Proverbs 15:1</a></span><br />A gentle answer turns away wrath, but a harsh word stirs up anger.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/proverbs/15-18.htm">Proverbs 15:18</a></span><br />A hot-tempered man stirs up strife, but he who is slow to anger calms dispute.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/proverbs/16-27.htm">Proverbs 16:27</a></span><br />A worthless man digs up evil, and his speech is like a scorching fire.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/proverbs/16-28.htm">Proverbs 16:28</a></span><br />A perverse man spreads dissension, and a gossip divides close friends.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/proverbs/26-21.htm">Proverbs 26:21</a></span><br />Like charcoal for embers and wood for fire, so is a quarrelsome man for kindling strife.</div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div><p class="tsk2">Scornful men bring a city into a snare: but wise men turn away wrath.</p><p class="hdg">scornful</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/proverbs/11-11.htm">Proverbs 11:11</a></b></br> By the blessing of the upright the city is exalted: but it is overthrown by the mouth of the wicked.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/isaiah/28-14.htm">Isaiah 28:14-22</a></b></br> Wherefore hear the word of the LORD, ye scornful men, that rule this people which <i>is</i> in Jerusalem… </p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/matthew/27-39.htm">Matthew 27:39-43</a></b></br> And they that passed by reviled him, wagging their heads, … </p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/james/3-5.htm">James 3:5,6</a></b></br> Even so the tongue is a little member, and boasteth great things. Behold, how great a matter a little fire kindleth! … </p><p class="hdg">wise</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/exodus/32-10.htm">Exodus 32:10-14</a></b></br> Now therefore let me alone, that my wrath may wax hot against them, and that I may consume them: and I will make of thee a great nation… </p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/numbers/16-48.htm">Numbers 16:48</a></b></br> And he stood between the dead and the living; and the plague was stayed.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/numbers/25-11.htm">Numbers 25:11</a></b></br> Phinehas, the son of Eleazar, the son of Aaron the priest, hath turned my wrath away from the children of Israel, while he was zealous for my sake among them, that I consumed not the children of Israel in my jealousy.</p><div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/proverbs/26-11.htm">Acts</a> <a href="/psalms/57-4.htm">Aflame</a> <a href="/proverbs/27-4.htm">Anger</a> <a href="/numbers/21-28.htm">Blaze</a> <a href="/proverbs/29-7.htm">Cause</a> <a href="/proverbs/25-28.htm">City</a> <a href="/proverbs/22-25.htm">Ensnare</a> <a href="/psalms/106-18.htm">Flame</a> <a href="/proverbs/19-29.htm">Mockers</a> <a href="/proverbs/22-10.htm">Pride</a> <a href="/proverbs/19-29.htm">Scoffers</a> <a href="/proverbs/19-29.htm">Scorners</a> <a href="/proverbs/3-34.htm">Scornful</a> <a href="/proverbs/1-22.htm">Scorning</a> <a href="/proverbs/29-6.htm">Snare</a> <a href="/proverbs/15-1.htm">Stir</a> <a href="/proverbs/25-10.htm">Turn</a> <a href="/proverbs/28-9.htm">Turned</a> <a href="/proverbs/28-3.htm">Violent</a> <a href="/proverbs/28-11.htm">Wise</a> <a href="/proverbs/27-4.htm">Wrath</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/ecclesiastes/4-1.htm">Acts</a> <a href="/isaiah/9-18.htm">Aflame</a> <a href="/proverbs/29-11.htm">Anger</a> <a href="/amos/4-11.htm">Blaze</a> <a href="/proverbs/29-14.htm">Cause</a> <a href="/proverbs/31-23.htm">City</a> <a href="/ecclesiastes/7-26.htm">Ensnare</a> <a href="/songs/8-6.htm">Flame</a> <a href="/isaiah/28-22.htm">Mockers</a> <a href="/proverbs/29-23.htm">Pride</a> <a href="/isaiah/28-14.htm">Scoffers</a> <a href="/isaiah/28-22.htm">Scorners</a> <a href="/isaiah/28-14.htm">Scornful</a> <a href="/isaiah/28-14.htm">Scorning</a> <a href="/proverbs/29-25.htm">Snare</a> <a href="/songs/2-7.htm">Stir</a> <a href="/proverbs/30-30.htm">Turn</a> <a href="/ecclesiastes/2-12.htm">Turned</a> <a href="/ecclesiastes/5-8.htm">Violent</a> <a href="/proverbs/29-9.htm">Wise</a> <a href="/proverbs/29-11.htm">Wrath</a><div class="vheading2">Proverbs 29</div><span class="reftext">1. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/proverbs/29-1.htm">observations of public government</a></span><br><span class="reftext">15. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/proverbs/29-15.htm">and of private</a></span><br><span class="reftext">22. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/proverbs/29-22.htm">Of anger, pride, thievery, cowardice and corruption</a></span><br></div></div><div id="mdd"><div align="center"><div class="bot2"><table align="center" width="100%"><tr><td><div align="center"> <script id="3d27ed63fc4348d5b062c4527ae09445"> (new Image()).src = 'https://capi.connatix.com/tr/si?token=51ce25d5-1a8c-424a-8695-4bd48c750f35&cid=3a9f82d0-4344-4f8d-ac0c-e1a0eb43a405'; </script> <script id="b817b7107f1d4a7997da1b3c33457e03"> (new Image()).src = 'https://capi.connatix.com/tr/si?token=cb0edd8b-b416-47eb-8c6d-3cc96561f7e8&cid=3a9f82d0-4344-4f8d-ac0c-e1a0eb43a405'; </script><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-2'> </div><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-0' style='max-width: 300px;'> </div><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-3'> </div><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-1' style='max-width: 300px;'> </div><br /><br />  <div align="center" id='div-gpt-ad-1531425649696-0'> </div><br /><br /> <ins class="adsbygoogle" style="display:inline-block;width:200px;height:200px" data-ad-client="ca-pub-3753401421161123" data-ad-slot="3592799687"></ins> <script> (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); </script> <br /><br /> </div> </td></tr></table></div></div></div><div id="combox"><div class="padcom"><a name="study" id="study"></a><div class="vheading"><table width="100%"><tr><td width="99%" valign="top"><a href="/study/proverbs/29.htm">Study Bible</a></td><td width="1%" valign="top"><a href="/study/proverbs/" title="Book Summary and Study">Book ◦</a> <a href="/study/chapters/proverbs/29.htm" title="Chapter summary and Study">Chapter </a></tr></table></div><b>Mockers inflame a city</b><br>Mockers, often characterized by their scornful and derisive attitude, are depicted throughout the Bible as individuals who reject wisdom and godly instruction. In the context of ancient Israel, a city was a hub of social, economic, and religious life. The presence of mockers could lead to social unrest and division, as their contemptuous behavior and speech could incite others to anger and conflict. This phrase highlights the destructive power of words and attitudes that undermine community harmony. The Bible frequently warns against the influence of mockers, as seen in passages like <a href="/psalms/1.htm">Psalm 1:1</a>, which advises against walking in the counsel of the wicked. Historically, cities in the ancient Near East were vulnerable to internal strife, and the presence of divisive individuals could exacerbate tensions, leading to chaos and even violence.<p><b>but the wise turn away anger</b><br>In contrast to mockers, the wise are those who possess understanding and discernment, often associated with a fear of the Lord (<a href="/proverbs/9-10.htm">Proverbs 9:10</a>). The wise are peacemakers, using their insight to defuse potentially volatile situations. This phrase underscores the value of wisdom in maintaining social order and preventing conflict. The ability to turn away anger is a hallmark of wisdom, as seen in <a href="/proverbs/15.htm">Proverbs 15:1</a>, which states that a gentle answer turns away wrath. The wise are able to navigate complex social dynamics, promoting peace and reconciliation. This reflects the broader biblical theme of wisdom as a source of life and stability, as well as a reflection of God's character. The wise, in their peacemaking efforts, can be seen as types of Christ, who is the ultimate peacemaker, reconciling humanity to God and to one another through His sacrificial love.<div class="vheading2">Persons / Places / Events</div>1. <b><a href="/topical/m/mockers.htm">Mockers</a></b><br>Individuals who scorn or ridicule others, often causing discord and unrest within a community. In the Hebrew text, the word used is (letsim), which refers to those who are arrogant and dismissive of wisdom and instruction.<br><br>2. <b><a href="/topical/w/wise.htm">Wise</a></b><br>Those who possess and apply godly wisdom, promoting peace and understanding. The Hebrew word (chakamim) is used, indicating individuals who are prudent and discerning.<br><br>3. <b><a href="/topical/c/city.htm">City</a></b><br>Represents a community or society at large. The actions of individuals, whether mockers or wise, have a significant impact on the collective well-being of the community.<br><br>4. <b><a href="/topical/a/anger.htm">Anger</a></b><br>A strong feeling of displeasure or hostility. The wise are depicted as having the ability to "turn away" or "calm" anger, suggesting a proactive role in conflict resolution.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><b><a href="/topical/t/the_power_of_words.htm">The Power of Words</a></b><br>Words have the power to either inflame or calm a situation. As Christians, we are called to use our words wisely to build up rather than tear down.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/t/the_role_of_wisdom_in_conflict.htm">The Role of Wisdom in Conflict</a></b><br>Wisdom is not just knowledge but the application of godly principles in everyday life. In conflicts, wisdom seeks to understand and resolve rather than escalate.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/p/promoting_peace_in_the_community.htm">Promoting Peace in the Community</a></b><br>As believers, we are called to be peacemakers in our communities. This involves actively seeking to diffuse tensions and promote harmony.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/g/guarding_against_mockery.htm">Guarding Against Mockery</a></b><br>Mockery is a tool of the enemy to sow discord. We must guard our hearts and minds against becoming mockers ourselves and instead strive to be voices of reason and peace.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/r/reflecting_christ_in_our_interactions.htm">Reflecting Christ in Our Interactions</a></b><br>Our interactions should reflect the character of Christ, who is the ultimate example of wisdom and peace. In every situation, we should ask ourselves how Jesus would respond.<div class="vheading2">Lists and Questions</div><a href="/top10/lessons_from_proverbs_29.htm">Top 10 Lessons from Proverbs 29</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/what_are_a_scorner's_traits_in_the_bible.htm">What defines a scorner's traits and behavior in the Bible?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/what_is_human_dignity_in_the_bible.htm">How can we wisely manage our resources and finances?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/does_proverbs_8_29_conflict_with_geology.htm">Proverbs 8:29: Does the statement about setting boundaries for the sea conflict with scientific evidence of changing coastlines over geological time?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/what_defines_common_sense.htm">What defines common sense?</a><a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/ellicott/proverbs/29.htm">Ellicott's Commentary for English Readers</a></div>(8) <span class= "bld">Scornful men.--</span>See above on <a href="/proverbs/1-22.htm" title="How long, you simple ones, will you love simplicity? and the scorners delight in their scorning, and fools hate knowledge?">Proverbs 1:22</a>.<p><span class= "bld">Bring a city into a snare.--</span>Rather, <span class= "ital">excite the passions of; </span>literally, <span class= "ital">fan, </span>as a flame.<p><span class= "bld">Wise men turn away wrath.--</span>By their gentle counsels.<p><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/pulpit/proverbs/29.htm">Pulpit Commentary</a></div><span class="cmt_sub_title">Verse 8.</span> - <span class="cmt_word">Scornful men bring a airy into a snare.</span> "Men of derision" (<a href="/isaiah/28-14.htm">Isaiah 28:14</a>) are those who despise and scoff at all things great and high, whether sacred or profane (see on Proverbs 1:22). These are the persons who raise rebellion in a country and excite opposition to constituted authority. The rendering of <span class="hebrew">יָפִיתיּ</span>, "bring into a snare," as in the Authorized Version, is supported by some of the Jewish versions and commentaries; but the more correct rendering is "blow into a blaze, inflame," as the Revised Version (comp. <a href="/job/20-26.htm">Job 20:26</a>; <a href="/ezekiel/22-20.htm">Ezekiel 22:20, 21</a>). These scorners excite the populace to acts of fury, when all respect for piety and virtue is lost; they fan the passions of the fickle people, and lead them to civil discord and dangerous excesses (comp. <a href="/proverbs/22-10.htm">Proverbs 22:10</a>). Septuagint, "Lawless men burn up a city." <span class="cmt_word">But wise men turn away wrath;</span> by their prudent counsels allay the angry passions roused by those evil men (see Ver. 11 and <a href="/proverbs/15-1.htm">Proverbs 15:1, 18</a>). <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/commentaries/proverbs/29-8.htm">Parallel Commentaries ...</a></span><span class="p"><br /><br /><br /></span><a name="lexicon" id="lexicon"></a><div class="vheading">Hebrew</div><span class="word">Mockers</span><br /><span class="heb">אַנְשֵׁ֣י</span> <span class="translit">(’an·šê)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - masculine plural construct<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_376.htm">Strong's 376: </a> </span><span class="str2">A man as an individual, a male person</span><br /><br /><span class="word">inflame</span><br /><span class="heb">יָפִ֣יחוּ</span> <span class="translit">(yā·p̄î·ḥū)</span><br /><span class="parse">Verb - Hifil - Imperfect - third person masculine plural<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_6315.htm">Strong's 6315: </a> </span><span class="str2">To puff, blow with the breath, air, to fan, to utter, to kindle, to scoff</span><br /><br /><span class="word">a city,</span><br /><span class="heb">קִרְיָ֑ה</span> <span class="translit">(qir·yāh)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - feminine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_7151.htm">Strong's 7151: </a> </span><span class="str2">A town, city</span><br /><br /><span class="word">but the wise</span><br /><span class="heb">וַ֝חֲכָמִ֗ים</span> <span class="translit">(wa·ḥă·ḵā·mîm)</span><br /><span class="parse">Conjunctive waw | Adjective - masculine plural<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_2450.htm">Strong's 2450: </a> </span><span class="str2">Wise</span><br /><br /><span class="word">turn away</span><br /><span class="heb">יָשִׁ֥יבוּ</span> <span class="translit">(yā·šî·ḇū)</span><br /><span class="parse">Verb - Hifil - Imperfect - third person masculine plural<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_7725.htm">Strong's 7725: </a> </span><span class="str2">To turn back, in, to retreat, again</span><br /><br /><span class="word">anger.</span><br /><span class="heb">אָֽף׃</span> <span class="translit">(’āp̄)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_639.htm">Strong's 639: </a> </span><span class="str2">The nose, nostril, the face, a person, ire</span><br /><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><div class="vheading">Links</div><a href="/niv/proverbs/29-8.htm">Proverbs 29:8 NIV</a><br /><a href="/nlt/proverbs/29-8.htm">Proverbs 29:8 NLT</a><br /><a href="/esv/proverbs/29-8.htm">Proverbs 29:8 ESV</a><br /><a href="/nasb/proverbs/29-8.htm">Proverbs 29:8 NASB</a><br /><a href="/kjv/proverbs/29-8.htm">Proverbs 29:8 KJV</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="//bibleapps.com/proverbs/29-8.htm">Proverbs 29:8 BibleApps.com</a><br /><a href="//bibliaparalela.com/proverbs/29-8.htm">Proverbs 29:8 Biblia Paralela</a><br /><a href="//holybible.com.cn/proverbs/29-8.htm">Proverbs 29:8 Chinese Bible</a><br /><a href="//saintebible.com/proverbs/29-8.htm">Proverbs 29:8 French Bible</a><br /><a href="/catholic/proverbs/29-8.htm">Proverbs 29:8 Catholic Bible</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/proverbs/29-8.htm">OT Poetry: Proverbs 29:8 Mockers stir up a city but wise (Prov. 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